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After weeks of making pompons, teaching the basics of knitting and crochet to kids and adults during our wednesday free workshops at our local library, it’s been a huge pleasure to install the first pompom garlands and armchair cozies. The goal of those workshops: spend a joyful hour together, share a few techniques so that […]

Two amazing ladies came to my corner of the Alps to learn how to crochet a sweater or cardigan without a pattern during 2 days of crochet workshop. We started with having a look at the 20 pages document I gave them, choosing the style of garment they wanted (sweater or cardigan, short or long […]

Have you made your first swatch from Episode 3 yet ? Great ! Take it in front of you and letâ€™s explore all the differences we can find between â€“ dc in both loops â€“ dc in 3rd loop â€“ front post dc – back post dc (all worked in rows at this stage) 1/ […]

Once again, I had the pleasure to be invited along with the Greblogueuses at the big local craftfair “Creativa”. A perfect opportunity to connect with crafters, see again familiar faces… and share my love of crochet and spindle spinning with others ! Here are a few pictures of those 3 days… Learning how to spin […]

Such wonderful memories in this chalet with my friend Sophie. For several months I’ve been trying to organise a spinning/crochet/knitting retreat there, to share the passion and meet more amazing crafters… (I know most of you have already planned your summer by now… Hopefully next year I’ll have all the details ready by spring!) Take […]

Because I teach workshops locally, students have asked about an Amigurumi workshop. Well I did crochet a couple amigurumis ages ago, but not that many. Totally needed to refresh my skills in that area. I started looking around, and collecting ideas and techniques into an Amigurumi Pinterest board. Here are some of the creatures that […]

So I’m a bit behind, but here’s a quick recap of the wool festival “Lot et Laine” I went to in July. The festival took place in Lot, a beautiful area of France, remote and quite a long trip from Vercors.. but it was oh so worth it ! Ladies from Cahors installed this beautiful […]

I crocheted tons of mini Roselettes, with a special little project in mind. Am putting the last finishing touch to the very detailed step-by-step tutorial, aimed especially at beginner crocheters. (there will also be a condensed version of the pattern at the end for more experienced crocheters) Preparing also as many felted soaps and kits […]

June is the month of birthdays around here. Birthday parties for both my daughters.. which means parties to organise, and activities to think of. This year I decided to offer mini-workshops for my daughter’s guests. I wanted to make something quick and pretty with leather, using not too much material and easy to make for […]